Mayurbhanj Population
As per the 2011 Census, Mayurbhanj District has a population of 25.20 Lac (25,19,738) with 12.56 Lac (12,56,213) males and 12.64 Lac (12,63,525) females.The sex ratio in Mayurbhanj is 1006, indicating an above-average ratio compared to the national average of 943 .
Child Population (Age group 0-6 years) of Mayurbhanj District is 3.52 Lac (3,51,834) which is 13.96% of Mayurbhanj District overall population, Child sex Ratio of Mayurbhanj District is 960 females for every 1000 males.
Note : In the 2011 Census, Mayurbhanj District is listed as part of ODISHA State in INDIA.
Toatl Population
Male Population
Female Population
- Mayurbhanj Population Census 2011
- Mayurbhanj Population 2024
- Hindu Population
- Muslim Population
- All Religion Population
- Urban Population
- Rural Population
- Literacy Rate
- Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
- Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
- Sex Ratio
- Historical Census 1901 to 2011
- Population Projections Up to 2036
Mayurbhanj Estimated Population in 2024
In 2024, Mayurbhanj District current estimated population is projected to be 27.90 Lac (27,90,118), indicating a 10.73% increased from Mayurbhanj's population in the 2011 census. In 2024, the estimated male population is 13.84 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.06 Lac.
Mayurbhanj Estimated Population in 2025
In the year 2025, Mayurbhanj District estimated population is projected to be 28.07 Lac (28,07,431), projecting a 11.42% increased from Mayurbhanj's population in the 2011 census. In 2025, the estimated male population is 13.92 Lac, and the estimated female population is 14.15 Lac.
Mayurbhanj Hindu Population
Hindu is the most popular religion in Mayurbhanj District, with a total Hindu population of 21.13 Lac (21,13,079), accounting for 83.86% of the Mayurbhanj District population. Out of this, the Hindu male population stands at approximately 10.56 Lac (10,56,153), and the Hindu female population is around 10.57 Lac (10,56,926).
Mayurbhanj Other religions and persuasions Population
Other religions and persuasions is the second most popular religion in Mayurbhanj District, with a total Other religions and persuasions population of 3.52 Lac (3,51,714), accounting for 13.96% of the Mayurbhanj District population. Out of this, the Other religions and persuasions male population stands at approximately 1.72 Lac (1,72,421), and the Other religions and persuasions female population is around 1.79 Lac (1,79,293).
Mayurbhanj Religion Wise Population
| Religion | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 21,13,079 | 83.86% |
| Other religions and persuasions | 3,51,714 | 13.96% |
| Muslim | 33,706 | 1.34% |
| Christian | 15,008 | 0.6% |
| Religion not stated | 5,299 | 0.21% |
| Sikh | 661 | 0.03% |
| Buddhist | 162 | 0.01% |
| Jain | 109 | 0% |
Based on Data from Census 2011
Explore State wise Religion PopulationMayurbhanj Urban Population
The Urban population of Mayurbhanj District is 1.93 Lac (1,92,896), with 98.64 k (98,637) being males and 94.26 k (94,259) being females, making up 7.66% of the Mayurbhanj total population, The sex ratio in urban population is 956 females for every 1000 males.
Mayurbhanj Rural Population
The Rural population of Mayurbhanj District is 23.27 Lac (23,26,842), with 11.58 Lac (11,57,576) being males and 11.69 Lac (11,69,266) being females, making up 92.34% of the Mayurbhanj total population, The sex ratio in rural population is 1011 females for every 1000 males.
Mayurbhanj Literacy Rate
Mayurbhanj District has a literacy rate of 63.17% which is lower than national average of 72.98%, The Male literacy rate of Mayurbhanj District is 73.76 lower than national average of 80.88%, The Female literacy rate of Mayurbhanj District is 52.71 lower than national average of 64.63%. In Mayurbhanj District's urban areas, the literacy rate is approximately 85.89%, while in the rural regions of Mayurbhanj District, it is around 61.19%.
Literacy Rate among Urban and rural area of Mayurbhanj
| Category | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 63.17 | 73.76 | 52.71 |
| Urban Area | 85.89 | 90.77 | 80.82 |
| Rural Area | 61.19 | 72.24 | 50.34 |
Literacy Rate by Religion in Mayurbhanj
| Religion | Average Literacy Rate | Male Literacy Rate | Female Literacy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindu | 64.47 | 74.56 | 54.46 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 54.36 | 67.99 | 41.39 |
| Muslim | 74.44 | 83.55 | 64.81 |
| Christian | 54.78 | 66.45 | 43.98 |
Mayurbhanj Scheduled Castes (SC) Population
Scheduled Castes(SC) Population in Mayurbhanj District is 1.85 Lac (1,84,682) with 92.13 k (92,127) males and 92.56 k (92,555) females, which is 7.33% of Mayurbhanj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Caste is 1005 females for every 1000 males.
Mayurbhanj Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population
Scheduled Tribes(ST) Population in Mayurbhanj District is 14.80 Lac (14,79,576) with 7.30 Lac (7,30,487) males and 7.49 Lac (7,49,089) females, which is 58.72% of Mayurbhanj District overall population. The Sex Ratio among Scheduled Tribes is 1026 females for every 1000 males.
Sex Ratio among Urban and Rural Areas of Mayurbhanj
| Category | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 1006 |
| Urban Area | 956 |
| Rural Area | 1011 |
Sex Ratio by Religion in Mayurbhanj
| Religion | Sex Ratio |
|---|---|
| Hindu | 1001 |
| Other religions and persuasions | 1040 |
| Muslim | 946 |
| Christian | 1062 |
Mayurbhanj Area & Households
The Total Area of Mayurbhanj District is 10,418 Square KM, with a population density of 242 people per square kilometer, Total Number of towns in Mayurbhanj District are 5 and the Total Number of Villages in Mayurbhanj District are 3,950.The Total Number of households in Mayurbhanj District are 5.86 Lac(5,86,253).
Mayurbhanj Workforce (Worker Profile) Overview
In Mayurbhanj District, there are about 12.24 Lac (12,23,534) workers, making up nearly 48.56% of the Mayurbhanj District total population. Out of these, around 6.98 Lac (6,97,782) are male workers, and about 5.26 Lac (5,25,752) are female workers.
Mayurbhanj - Population Growth Rate, Decadal Variation in Population Since 1901
Diving deeper into local demographics, Mayurbhanj district's growth story offers insights into its significance within its state. Starting with a base population of 6,10,383, the district's populace evolved, marking a count of 25,19,738 by the dataset's end.
A notable period in this narrative is the year 1911. The growth rate of 19.47% during this time underscores the socio-economic and healthcare advancements.The average growth rate over the period is 13.90%.It's worth noting that data for certain years (1901) present anomalies or are not explicitly mentioned, indicating potential challenges in data collection or unique demographic events.
Mayurbhanj District population growth key Takeaways
- Transitioned from a population of 6,10,383 to 25,19,738.
- The year 1911 stands out with a growth rate of 19.47%.
- The data reveals diverse growth rates influenced by various factors.
| Census Year | Population | Variation | Variation % | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1901 | 6.10 Lac | --- | --- | 3.03 Lac | 3.07 Lac |
| 1911 | 7.29 Lac | 1.19 Lac | 19.46892361 | 3.63 Lac | 3.67 Lac |
| 1921 | 7.54 Lac | 25.10 k | 3.441494862 | 3.74 Lac | 3.80 Lac |
| 1931 | 8.90 Lac | 1.35 Lac | 17.93536909 | 4.42 Lac | 4.47 Lac |
| 1941 | 9.85 Lac | 95.14 k | 10.69443336 | 4.91 Lac | 4.94 Lac |
| 1951 | 10.29 Lac | 44.08 k | 4.47671012 | 5.14 Lac | 5.15 Lac |
| 1961 | 12.04 Lac | 1.75 Lac | 17.03088475 | 6.05 Lac | 5.99 Lac |
| 1971 | 14.34 Lac | 2.30 Lac | 19.11534721 | 7.22 Lac | 7.12 Lac |
| 1981 | 15.82 Lac | 1.48 Lac | 10.29654163 | 7.95 Lac | 7.87 Lac |
| 1991 | 18.85 Lac | 3.03 Lac | 19.13598626 | 9.52 Lac | 9.32 Lac |
| 2001 | 22.23 Lac | 3.39 Lac | 17.98151312 | 11.23 Lac | 11.00 Lac |
| 2011 | 25.20 Lac | 2.96 Lac | 13.3252918 | 12.56 Lac | 12.64 Lac |
Mayurbhanj - Estimated Population: Yearly Projections Up to 2036
| Year | Estimated Population | Total Growth Since 2011 | Annual Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 27.90 Lac (27,90,118) | 10.73% | ↑ |
| 2025 | 28.07 Lac (28,07,431) | 11.42% | 0.69 % ↑ |
| 2026 | 28.22 Lac (28,22,415) | 12.01% | 0.59 % ↑ |
| 2027 | 28.36 Lac (28,35,668) | 12.54% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2028 | 28.49 Lac (28,48,981) | 13.07% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2029 | 28.62 Lac (28,62,235) | 13.59% | 0.52 % ↑ |
| 2030 | 28.76 Lac (28,75,548) | 14.12% | 0.53 % ↑ |
| 2031 | 28.86 Lac (28,86,413) | 14.55% | 0.43 % ↑ |
| 2032 | 28.96 Lac (28,95,547) | 14.91% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2033 | 29.05 Lac (29,04,741) | 15.28% | 0.37 % ↑ |
| 2034 | 29.14 Lac (29,13,815) | 15.64% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2035 | 29.23 Lac (29,23,009) | 16% | 0.36 % ↑ |
| 2036 | 29.32 Lac (29,32,143) | 16.37% | 0.37 % ↑ |
Projected estimates indicate that Mayurbhanj District's population in 2036 is expected to reach around 29.32 Lac (29,32,143), with a male population of 14.48 Lac (14,48,077) and a female population of 14.84 Lac (14,84,440). This reflects a total growth of 16.37% from Mayurbhanj District's population in the 2011 census, with an average yearly growth rate of 0.47%.